HRCI aPHRi Exam - Topic 2 Question 11 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's aPHRi exam

Question #: 11
Topic #: 2

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Which of the following functions is most commonly outsourced?

ACommunication

BPerformance management

CSelection

DRecruitment

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Suggested Answer: D

Why Recruitment is Commonly Outsourced:

Recruitment often involves a high volume of work that can be effectively managed by third-party agencies specializing in sourcing, screening, and shortlisting candidates.

Outsourcing reduces time-to-hire, optimizes resources, and leverages external expertise.

Eliminating Incorrect Options:

A . Communication: A core internal function essential for maintaining organizational culture.

B . Performance management: Requires internal oversight and alignment with organizational goals.

C . Selection: Involves critical decision-making typically retained by internal managers.

International HR Reference:

SHRM Talent Acquisition Guidelines: Discusses benefits of outsourcing recruitment.

ISO 30405: Recommends external recruitment practices for efficiency.

by Ryan at Nov 25, 2025, 10:09 PM

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Tu

2 months ago

Definitely D) Recruitment! It saves resources for firms.

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Leana

2 months ago

C) Selection is important, but I see recruitment more often.

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Kenneth

2 months ago

I feel like D) Recruitment is a no-brainer. It's time-consuming.

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Haydee

2 months ago

A) Communication could be outsourced too, but not as much.

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Jenifer

2 months ago

Agreed! Companies need help finding talent.

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Ollie

2 months ago

Selection is often in-house, not outsourced.

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Laura

3 months ago

Surprised to see communication on the list.

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Staci

3 months ago

Performance management? Really?

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Franklyn

3 months ago

Totally agree, recruitment is a big one!

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Oretha

4 months ago

Recruitment, hands down. Outsourcing it is like hiring a personal shopper for your employees. Convenient!

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Jimmie

4 months ago

Selection seems like the obvious choice here. Gotta let the professionals handle that tricky task of choosing the right candidates.

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Marge

4 months ago

Definitely recruitment. Outsourcing it allows companies to focus on their core business activities.

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Shawn

4 months ago

I think recruitment is the most commonly outsourced function. It's a time-consuming process that requires specialized expertise.

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Galen

4 months ago

I definitely remember recruitment being a hot topic in our studies, so I’m leaning towards that as the answer.

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Beata

4 months ago

I’m a bit confused; I thought performance management was sometimes outsourced as well. Can’t recall the exact details.

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Stephane

5 months ago

I remember a practice question where they mentioned communication being outsourced too, but I feel like recruitment is more typical.

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Reuben

5 months ago

I think recruitment is often outsourced, but I'm not entirely sure if it's the most common.

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Buck

5 months ago

I'm a bit confused on this question. I'll need to review my notes on HR outsourcing to make an informed decision.

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Mari

5 months ago

I've got a good feeling about this one. Based on my experience, I'd say communication is the most commonly outsourced HR function.

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Val

5 months ago

I think D) Recruitment is the most outsourced.

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Carri

6 months ago

I think recruitment is the most outsourced.

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Socorro

6 months ago

Okay, let me see. I think recruitment or selection might be the most commonly outsourced functions. I'll have to weigh the pros and cons of each option.

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